Mergers & Acquisitions Manager

CCS Cox Corporate Services, Inc.; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 112,000 - 186,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Seven paid holidays

Up to 160 hours wellness

Health care (medical/dental/vision)

401(k) retirement plan

Bereavement leave

Volunteer time off

Parental leave

Job summary

Cox Enterprises is seeking an M&A Manager to drive enterprise inorganic growth through acquisitions, investments, joint ventures, and strategic partnerships. You will partner with corporate development and business leaders to evaluate opportunities, build business cases, and execute complex transactions with cross-functional teams.

The role requires strong financial modeling, analytical rigor, and the ability to translate market insights into actionable strategies that support long-term growth

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance or Accounting with 6+ years in corporate development, M&A, or related fields (or MS with 4+ years, or 10+ years in lieu of degree).
• Strong analytical skills for financial modeling, valuation and scenario analysis.
• Effective communication and project management skills to coordinate cross-functional partners.

Responsibilities

• Support development of investment theses and strategic recommendations for potential transactions.
• Conduct market, customer, technology, competitor, and regulatory trend analyses.
• Assist in screening targets and coordinating due diligence across Finance, Legal, Tax.
• Lead cross-functional execution, timelines, and stakeholder communications.
• Support pre-close integration planning and post-close value realization efforts.

Skills

Analytical skills

Financial modeling

Scenario analysis

Project management

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Self-starter

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Finance/Accounting

MBA or advanced degree preferred

Job description

Company Cox Enterprises Job Family Group Strategy & Corporate Development Job Profile Mergers & Acquisitions Manager Management Level Manager - Non People Leader Flexible Work Option Hybrid - Ability to work remotely part of the week Travel % Yes, 5% of the time Work Shift Day Compensation Compensation includes a base salary in the range of $111,500.00 - $185,900.00. The base salary may vary within the anticipated base pay range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include an incentive program.

Job Description

General Description:

The M&A Manager plays a key role in supporting enterprise inorganic growth initiatives, including acquisitions, investments, joint ventures, and strategic partnerships. This role partners with corporate and business unit leadership to evaluate opportunities, develop business cases, and drive execution of strategic initiatives. The position combines analytical rigor, project leadership, and cross-functional coordination to translate market insights and strategic priorities into actionable transactions and initiatives that support long-term growth and profitability.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Strategic Analysis Partner with Corporate Development and business leaders to evaluate strategic opportunities and support development of investment theses
• Conduct analysis of market, customer, technology, competitor, and regulatory trends to inform decision-making
• Support development of business cases and strategic recommendations for potential transactions and initiatives
• Deal Execution & Diligence Support execution of transactions including financial modeling, valuation, due diligence, and deal structuring Assist in screening and evaluating potential acquisition targets, investments, and partnerships Coordinate diligence efforts across functional areas (e.g., Finance, Legal, Tax) and synthesize key findings
• Cross-Functional Project Coordination Support the project lead across corporate development initiatives, ensuring alignment on scope, deliverables, and timelines Manage aspects of project execution, including stakeholder engagement, communication planning, and risk/issue management Collaborate with internal stakeholders to structure agreements, contracts, and supporting documentation
• Integration & Value Realization Support pre-close integration planning and post-close execution efforts to ensure successful transition and value capture Track initiative progress, interdependencies, and risks, ensuring alignment with business objectives
• Executive Communication & Reporting Develop materials and present insights to stakeholders, including clear, data-driven reporting and recommendations. Communicate progress, risks, and outcomes to Corporate Development leadership and business partners

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required, preferably with a major in Business, Finance or Accounting with 6+ years of relevant experience in corporate development, M&A, investment banking, private equity, consulting, or related fields, or candidate can have a MS degree and 4+ years of experience, or 10+ years of experience in lieu of a degree
• Experience supporting M&A transactions, strategic initiatives, or deal advisory workstreams
• Strong analytical skills with ability to perform financial modeling, valuation, and scenario analysis
• Ability to synthesize complex data into clear insights and actionable recommendations
• Strong project management skills with ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders simultaneously
• Effective communication skills with ability to influence cross-functional partners
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with intent and build strong partnerships across functions
• Proactive, self-starter with strong accountability and execution focus
• MBA or advanced degree preferred
• Interest and / or experience in Cox's areas of focus (automotive, cleantech, edtech, govtech, online and traditional media and broadband communications) preferred but not necessary

Benefits

• The Company offers eligible employees the flexibility to take as much vacation with pay as they deem consistent with their duties, the company’s needs, and its obligations; seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year; and up to 160 hours of paid wellness annually for their own wellness or that of family members.
• Employees are also eligible for additional paid time off in the form of bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave.
• Benefits of working at Cox may include health care insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement planning (401(k)), and paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO).
• For more details on what benefits you may be offered, visit our benefits page.

About Us

As our primary divisions Cox Automotive and Cox Communications drive new waves of innovation, Cox Enterprises is entering spaces like cleantech, healthcare, esports and more. We're a family business guided by a legacy of bold innovation that’s driven by those who want to make their mark. Benefits of working at Cox may include health care insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement planning (401(k)), and paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO). For more details on what benefits you may be offered, visit our benefits page. Cox is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer – All qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual’s age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law. Cox provides reasonable accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with disability, unless such accommodations would cause an undue hardship.

Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship. No OPT, CPT, STEM/OPT or visa sponsorship now or in future.

Cox brings together the world’s greatest minds to help breathe life into new possibilities – and drive innovation for a better future. That’s why we look for individuals who share our pioneering spirit, have imaginative ideas and are fearless when it comes to tackling the world’s biggest challenges. Our people love technology – and they love making a difference. They have a passion for finding new solutions and working with brilliant colleagues. Every day they dedicate themselves to a huge range of exciting projects, contributing to the Cox vision around the globe. From engineering new sustainability solutions that conserve water and energy to creating the infrastructure for the smart cities of tomorrow, there’s no challenge too great for our pioneers. And there’s no shortage of opportunities for you to make a difference. Come and experience the dynamic, collaborative and creative environments where your ideas are welcome and new discoveries are waiting. To help you grow to your full potential, we strive to support our employees in their career aspirations and promote the freedom to explore new horizons.